Comments on: Need to Shoot Video on the Run? Carry a Flip.

By: Scott Meis

Scott Meis — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 13:51:30 +0000

Thanks Lee.

Absolutely Jinger, I think there is definitely some opportunity to find ways to bridge your creativity into video blogs or vlogs. I believe the last stat I saw noted that about 63% of Web users are actually engaging in some form of online video. Wow.

It’s true, though, think about all the available video content you come across on the Web. We all are enticed by short, engaging video that holds our attention and gets a key thought or idea across.

By: Jinger Jarrett

Jinger Jarrett — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 12:23:05 +0000

I’ve been thinking about taking the plunge into video, but I’m a writer. Video is really hot these days though, and not only is it a great way to promote, it’s also a great way to do tutorials and things people need to see to learn how to do.

Thanks for the tip. Anything that makes my work easier is definitely worth a shot.

Jinger Jarrett

By: leeaase

leeaase — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 02:26:23 +0000

Glad you took the plunge, Scott! I don’t use the zoom at all, because it’s digital zoom, not optical…so it degrades the picture. But if you get the camera close enough to your interviewee to get a decent tight shot, you’ll be close enough to get reasonable audio. It’s a great (and cheap) tool for PR video.

I also like your crisis communications application. With the quick USB upload, you could get a video message from the CEO, for instance, posted within minutes.